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Alex Cuba

Go with the FRO!



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Member Since9/6/2006
Band Websitewww.alexcuba.com
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Record LabelCaracol Records

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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Nov 6 2009 8:00P
Element Victoria, British Columbia
Nov 8 2009 8:30P
The Queens Nanaimo, British Columbia
Nov 10 2009 8:00P
The Biltmore Cabaret Vancouver, British Columbia
Nov 12 2009 7:30P
Key City Theatre Cranbrook, British Columbia
Nov 13 2009 8:00P
The Langham Theatre Kaslo, British Columbia
Nov 14 2009 8:00P
Local 522 Calgary, Alberta
Nov 15 2009 8:00P
Elks Lodge Red Deer, Alberta
Nov 17 2009 8:00P
The Basement Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Nov 18 2009 8:00P
The Exchange Regina, Saskatchewan
Nov 19 2009 8:00P
Park Theatre Winnipeg, Manitoba
Nov 21 2009 8:00P
Lincoln Alexander Centre Hamilton, Ontario
Nov 22 2009 8:00P
The Blind Dog Windsor, Ontario
Nov 26 2009 8:00P
Zaphod Beeblebrox Ottawa, Ontario
Nov 27 2009 8:00P
L’Astral Montreal, Quebec
Nov 28 2009 8:00P
Market Hall Performing Arts Centre Peterborough, Ontario
Nov 30 2009 8:00P
Sound Academy Toronto, Ontario
Jan 22 2010 8:00P
Lester Centre of the Arts Prince Rupert, British Columbia
Jan 23 2010 8:00P
REM Lee Theatre Terrace, British Columbia
Feb 4 2010 8:00P
Arden Theatre St Albert, Alberta
Feb 5 2010 8:00P
Empress Theatre Fort MacLeod, Alberta
Feb 6 2010 8:00P
Empress Theatre Fort MacLeod, Alberta
Apr 7 2010 8:00P
Sean O’Sullivan Theatre, Centre For the Arts, Brock U St Catharines, Ontario
Apr 9 2010 8:00P
The Living Arts Centre Mississauga, Ontario
Apr 14 2010 8:00P
Centennial Theatre Sherbrooke, Quebec
Apr 15 2010 8:00P
Salle Mechatigan Sainte-Marie de Beauce, Quebec
Apr 17 2010 8:00P
Salle Saguenay Saguenay, Quebec

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   About Alex Cuba
Alex Cuba
Singer-songwriter Alex*Cuba hails from Artemisa, Cuba (1 hour west of Havana) and resides in Smithers, B.C. (14 hours north of Vancouver). Musically, he lives everywhere in between. His trademark sugarcane-sweet melodies, pop-soul hooks and rock chords subtly subvert commonly held notions of what Cuban music is. Alex is on the vanguard, crafting a cross-cultural sound that mirrors his geographical journey. Not tied to tradition, this Cuban-Canadian prefers his vintage Gibson over el sencerro (cowbell) anytime.

From his earliest years in Artemisa, he was immersed in music. Alex's first stage appearance on national TV was at the tender age of four, playing claves (a percussion instrument) in a group directed by his music instructor father. Alex went on to study guitar, tres, percussion and bass, practicing eight hours a day during his teens.

After a stint with his twin brother Adonis to record Morumba Cubana, as The Puentes Brothers, Alex departed from Cuban music norms to follow his own path. His debut CD with the Alex Cuba Band, “Humo De Tabaco”, earned him a Juno award for World Music Album in 2006, with the single “Lo Mismo Que Yo”, featuring Ron Sexsmith charting in the Top 20 at BBC Radio 2. For “Humo”, Alex took UK producer Martin Terefe to Cuba to record the album’s funk infused horns and percussion, a sound that got under Terefe’s skin. By extension, that “Alex*Cuba sound” is now evident on Terefe’s productions for Craig David, Ron Sexsmith and Jason Mraz.

After a musical and spiritual evolution, Cuba returned to the studio, this time with co-producer Joby Baker of Victoria, to record “Agua Del Pozo” which was released in Canada in February 2007 under his own Caracol Records imprint. Acclaimed for its blend of tempo, instrumentation and songwriting, the album is a clear evolution from the debut, punctuated by the introduction of Alex's electric guitar, a vintage Gibson. “Agua” earned Alex his second Juno Award for Best World Music album 2008. “Agua Del Pozo” was released in the U.S. with two unreleased tracks on September 22, 2009. Alex subsequently toured the U.S. in support of the release.

In the digital space, Alex Cuba has had four iTunes Singles of the Week (Canada, U.S., Japan, Netherlands), has charted on various iTunes charts in Canada, the U.S. and Japan, has built an impressive online community and has had major content features on Myspace, Yahoo!, AOL and other portals.

Alex recently collaborated with Nelly Furtado for her Spanish language debut album “Mi Plan” (My Plan) which was released September 2009 around the world (Universal). The creative chemistry between Alex, Nelly and James Bryan was magical and resulted in multiple co-writes including the 1 single “Manos Al Aire” (Hands in the Air) and the title track where he appears as an invited guest on vocals. A prolific songwriter, Alex is now beginning new collaborations with writers and producers on various projects.

In between tour dates and the Nelly Furtado collaborations, Alex recorded his third album at Baker Studios in Victoria, B.C. The self-titled project is being released October 27th in Canada and a Spring 2010 U.S. release. Featuring surprising new grooves, new electric guitar inflections and varying tempos and structures, the album is an important step in Alex Cuba’s ongoing musical revolution. He recently released the first single “Caballo” (Horse), a sizzling Cuban-funk-rocker, to fans as a small taste of what’s to come. Alex is gearing up for a cross Canada tour shortly after the release.

With a heart as big as his retro 'fro, Cuba takes it all in stride and focuses on what he does best: crafting songs that cut through linguistic and cultural barriers like a machete through sugarcane.

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Eric Porcher

Eric Porcher



Oct 31 2009 6:29 PM

Snappin' tunes Alex! I like 'em all.
Joby does nice work too - good sound.

Eric

Lilibeth

Lilibeth



Oct 30 2009 12:57 PM

Hola Alex...congrats on your new songs....me i love them....wish the best...muahhh xoxo
Ruben Avila

Ruben Avila



Oct 30 2009 6:04 AM

Tu como siempre haciendo buena música bro se escucha muy bien lo del disco.
 
Saludos y que dios te ilumine para que sigas escribiendo y haciendo buena música y siempre te de mucha salud y amor 
LaHabana59 Promotions

LaHabana59 Promotions



Oct 27 2009 10:08 PM

Alex. The new album sounds GREAT!
Sounds like you have another award on the horizon!
Looking forward to getting my autographed copy real soon!
Stay safe Bro.
Rico.
Lindsay Ferguson

Lindsay Ferguson



Oct 27 2009 4:44 PM

Hi Alex!
I quite enjoyed your enthusiasm on "Q" today..
was GREAT to hear your stories and new music.
Much Love & Light...
Lindsay
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Oct 27 2009 12:27 PM

Wish you could come to Halifax, we love you out here too
Crystina Maez

Crystina Maez



Oct 27 2009 6:56 AM

Que tengas los pies en la tierra, el corazón en las estrellas y claridad en tu mente.
LISTEN TA NEW MUSIC(B.K.A.THE ONE&ONLY BUDDY ROW

 LISTEN TA  NEW MUSIC(B.K.A.THE ONE&ONLY BUDDY ROW



Oct 26 2009 2:25 PM

BB'S
math

math



Oct 23 2009 1:35 AM

I appreciate the add.

Thanks and regards,
math
Void Creations

Void Creations



Oct 22 2009 5:04 PM

Olá Alex Cuba, aparece na FESTA DAS BRUXAS!!!
Sábado 31 Outubro @ Santiago Alquimista



Festa das Bruxas

Sábado 31 Outubro @ Santiago Alquimista

Poção Mágica: Badlovers & Hysteria Iberika+F.E.V.E.R.+Million Dollar Lips+Woman In Panic+Serotonin+V J Psyberdoll+maquilhagem gratuita+feira+performances…

Uma festa aterradora perto de um Castelo assombrado…

Entrada livre até às 22h

Info: www.voidcreations.org
Abel Avila Iglesias (Official Artist Page)

Abel Avila Iglesias (Official Artist Page)



Oct 20 2009 4:25 AM

Que bolá acere co, jejejejeje. Como estás hermano?
Natalie

Natalie



Oct 18 2009 5:45 PM

Brilliant show on Thursday!  Looking very forward to the new disc!
Rus Stewart

Rus Stewart



Oct 16 2009 3:52 PM

 enjoyed discovering your music thru that vid on the telly recently.  great page u have...kudos!
JULIANA BARRIOS

JULIANA BARRIOS



Oct 16 2009 3:42 AM

Alex que maravilla de concierto!! gracias por tus canciones , tu voz, tu guitarra, tus chistes tu gracia!!
you are an inspiration to me!!!
love 
 juliana
NeoDelo

NeoDelo



Oct 15 2009 11:40 PM

I Love your CD, Agua del Pozo! The lyrics are pure poetry. I think you are great.
Amor.
Natalie

Natalie



Oct 14 2009 4:59 PM

Can't wait to see you!
bomi

Stefan bomi
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Oct 12 2009 2:04 PM

Hello Alex ,
Thxs so much for your friendship here on Myspace.
I love your music
Allt the best Stefan
M A Y L I N

M   A  Y  L  I  N



Oct 11 2009 2:05 PM

HEY! Sr. Cuba...Of course we were going to be there.lol we had so much fun. So glad things are going super great for you. There is more to come; I am sure! Each song has such a special touch or beat. I enjoy them all! What a pleasant night!

 NYC loves u too!
Lilibeth

Lilibeth



Oct 11 2009 1:25 PM

Hola Alex...you rock last night..i enjoy this concert so muchhhh...Eres genial...muahhhh
Mambo King

Roberto Martin



Oct 9 2009 7:46 AM

Por nada Alex < y espero que tu visita sea pornto , hable cuando te fuiste con el manage del lugar , el tambien encantado , el sabe ya que tu llenas el sitiop , asi que nos conoceremos pornto . un abraso .
Mambo King

Roberto Martin



Oct 8 2009 8:06 AM

Mercie beaucoup alex pour l'ajoute....
Estube en el concierto en Rumba Chicago esta noche , la verdad te botaste ja ja jan
 que musica mas rica , todo estubo especial , la gente se deieito  oyendote y escucando la buena musica .
 te deso muchos mas exitos Paisano !
Lilibeth

Lilibeth



Oct 5 2009 2:30 PM

hola Alex..espero verte pronto...un abrazo y un besote...
Hector Ferrales

Hector Ferrales



Oct 5 2009 1:52 AM

Que Bolon Ale:
 Por aqui de paso para dejarte un saludo y un abrazo.Suete en los nuevos projector y dejame saber cuando estas en Vic????
Abrazos ;
El Ferra.
Tania Cordobés

Tania Cordobés



Oct 3 2009 9:10 PM

Hola Alex!   I wore your t shirt for sound check at Levitt Arlington yesterday.  All remember you so fondly and admire your work and talent.   Can't wait to see where your music takes you and to hear what is next.   Your CD is amazing, I've had more time to listen to your songs, las letras, your arrangments and everything is so rich.  It was amazing to meet you and to discover your music!   Bendiciones, Tania
Rhonda Benin

Rhonda Benin



Oct 1 2009 4:14 AM

Hola Alex,
We hope to see you this weekend in Oakland.  Give a call.
Rhonda
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